Tag: preoperative assessment
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Preoperative SPPB Scores Predict Lower 30-Day Pulmonary Complications in Elderly Undergoing Major Abdominal Surgery
Overview A growing body of evidence suggests that a patient’s preoperative functional status can influence postoperative outcomes. A recent study focusing on elderly patients undergoing elective major abdominal surgery examined whether preoperative Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) scores could predict the risk of 30-day postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs). The findings indicate that higher SPPB scores…
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Preoperative SPPB Scores as Predictors of 30-Day Pulmonary Complications in Elderly Major Abdominal Surgery Patients
Overview Emerging evidence highlights the critical role of preoperative functional status in shaping postoperative outcomes for elderly patients. This study investigates how the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB), a quick and objective measure of frailty, relates to the risk of 30-day postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) after elective major abdominal surgery. Study Design and Population In…